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to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: iron and flour trade

Robert Cambridge remarks that the rainy weather has hindered the harvesting of corn, and informs his father of plans to ship iron and flour. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03069

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sale of wheat

Robert Cambridge informs his father of the price he received for some wheat, and also notes that there is no good cheese at the moment, but he expects some daily. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03072

Account of Elias Tooker with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began on 31 October 1666. Tooker purchased wheat and other provisions from Robert, Jr., and in turn performed work on the Manor.

GLC03107.03073

Account of William Trafford with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began on 8 November 1766. Trafford purchased wheat and other provisions from Robert, Jr., and in turn performed work on the Manor.

GLC03107.03075

Account of Duncan Cameron with Robert Livingston, Jr.

Cameroon purchased wheat, fish, iron, pork, and other items.

GLC03107.03076

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: expecting sheep

John writes that he is expecting a load of sheep for Robert, Jr. , and promises to send them down as soon as he receives them.

GLC03107.03078

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: new trade regulations

James writes that no money will be made "this session" due to new trade regulations.

GLC03107.03079

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re; state of markets at home and abroad

Abeel informs Robert, Jr. of trade transactions, and states that the fear of famine has caused an embargo to be placed on wheat from Philadelphia. He also notes that markets are in favor of farmers, but do not bode well for millers or merchants.

GLC03107.03080

Account of Edward Welch with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began on 18 November 1766. Welch purchased wheat and a steer from Robert, Jr., and in turn performed labor at the furnace.

GLC03107.03081

Account of Giles Loomis with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began on 18 November 1766. Loomis purchased wheat, corn, a cow, and other provisions from Robert, Jr.

GLC03107.03082

Account of Angass McDussie with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began on 18 November 1766. McDussie purchased wheat, a cow, pork, and codfish from Robert, Jr.

GLC03107.03083

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: plans for trade

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03084

Account of James Bryan with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began on 9 December 1766. James Bryan purchased wheat, pork, cod fish, a kettle, and other items from Robert, Jr.

GLC03107.03088

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: determined to clear debts

Peter Robert writes that he is relieved that his father's anger towards him has subsided, and he promises to stay away from business of any kind, and to pay all of his debts within the next year. He also agrees to sell a house in Harlem, and notes...

GLC03107.03090

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: troublesome tenants on the Manor

"It gives me a great deal of uneasiness to hear that those Pests of Society are still lurking in your Manor, and are endeavoring to take ev'ry possible means that lays in their power to sully & destroy your happiness, but I'm in great hopes that the...

GLC03107.03091

Account of Hendrick Schutt with Robert Livingston, Jr.

Schutt purchased wheat from Robert, Jr., and in turn carted coals at the Manor.

GLC03107.03103

Account of Abisha Washburn with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began in January 1767. Washburn purchased wheat and corn from Robert, Jr. and in turn performed labor on the Manor.

GLC03107.03104

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: increase in flour shipping to Liverpool

Robert Cambridge states the price of flour and brown bread in New York, and notes that there has been an increase in flour shipping between New York and Liverpool. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03108

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: happy to hear of Robert, Jr.'s recovery

Waddell writes that he is happy to hear that both Robert, Jr. and his son are beginning to recover from their respective ailments. He also makes note of some trading matters. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02910

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. re: tea, writing paper, and shirt buttons

GLC03107.02912

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: purchasing supplies for the army

Peter explains that there will be a delay in his payments since purchasing supplies for the army has depleted his funds. He discusses some recent trading transactions, and the movement of soldiers in the area. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02914

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: best wishes for recovery

John sends his hope that Robert, Jr. and his son will have a quick recovery from their ailments and "bear this visitation with Christian Patience & Resignation." He mentions a recent sale of rum, and notes that no news has come from Europe since...

GLC03107.02915

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: glad to hear of Robert, Jr. and son's recovery

Margaret writes that she is glad to hear that Robert, Jr. and his son are recovering from their accident, and requests a shipment of wheat. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02918

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. re: cotton

GLC03107.02921

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: apology for disagreeable tea

Waddell apologizes for Robert, Jr.'s dissatisfaction with the last shipment of tea, and notes that he is expecting another parcel of tea, which Robert, Jr. should find to be more agreeable. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02923